2005 Audi A3 vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A3 | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 133 L |
